The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos is seeking to employ a
suitable and qualified candidate for the position of Visa Assistant in the
Correspondence Unit of the Consular section.
Basic function of the position:
Incumbent responds accurately and efficiently to incoming email, phone and postal mail correspondence regarding American Citizens Services and immigrant and non-immigrant visas from both the public and Congressional offices. Incumbent reports directly to the Correspondence Team Leader and works closely with LES team leaders, unit chiefs, and with the entry-level officer assisting the Correspondence Unit.
Position Requirements:
NOTE: All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will not be considered.
- A
University degree in one of the following: Social Sciences, Humanities,
Language Arts, or Natural Sciences is required.
- Minimum
of two (2) years work experience in Consular or other work related to
customer service, correspondence, or the application of regulatory
material is required.
- Level
IV (fluent) Speaking/Reading in English is required. Level IV (fluent)
Speaking/Reading in Hausa, Yoruba or Igbo is required.
- The
incumbent must have general knowledge of U.S. Embassy and Consular Section
functions.
- Must
be proficient in Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel and
Outlook).
Selection Process
When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.
Additional Selection Criteria
When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.
Additional Selection Criteria
- Management
will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status
in determining successful candidacy.
- Current
employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
- Current
Ordinarily Resident employees with an overall summary rating of “Needs
Improvement” or “Unsatisfactory” on their most recent Employee Performance
Report are not eligible to apply.
- Currently
employed U.S. Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are
ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar
days of their employment.
- Currently
employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are
ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar
days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a
When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
Remuneration
Salary: OR – Ordinarily Resident–N2,957,362 p.a.(Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-07
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
NOR - Not Ordinarily Resident – AEFM - US$39,994 EFM/MOH – US$34,324 (Starting Salary) p.a. Position Grade: FP-07
Application Closing Date
10th October, 2013
How To Apply Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:
Salary: OR – Ordinarily Resident–N2,957,362 p.a.(Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-07
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
NOR - Not Ordinarily Resident – AEFM - US$39,994 EFM/MOH – US$34,324 (Starting Salary) p.a. Position Grade: FP-07
Application Closing Date
10th October, 2013
How To Apply Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:
- Application
for US Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum
vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus,
- Candidates
who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214
with their application.
- Any
other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees
earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as
listed above.
- A
type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this
position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please
reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.
Submit Application To:
Embassy of the United States of America
Human Resources Office
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central District Area
Abuja.
Or submit to: HRNigeria@state.gov
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Embassy of the United States of America
Human Resources Office
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central District Area
Abuja.
Or submit to: HRNigeria@state.gov
Click here for full job description
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